Group discussion (GD) is a methodology used by organizations to evaluate candidates' personality traits and skills. In a GD, examiners assess a candidate's communication skills, leadership skills, reasoning ability, initiative, assertiveness, flexibility, creativity, and ability to work in a team. GDs allow institutions and companies to observe how well a candidate interacts in a group setting. Effective preparation involves reading widely and practicing in mock discussion groups to exchange feedback. Key skills evaluated in a GD include clarity of thought, group working ability, conflict handling, listening, knowledge, reaching consensus, and using evidence-based decision making.